Increasing the amplitude control on the Percussionaire Bronchotron TXP Ventilator would:

a. Increase the fractional inspired oxygen
b. Decrease the frequency
c. Increase carbon dioxide removal
d. Increase air entrainment

ANS: C
The amplitude knob determines the amplitude of the high-frequency breaths. Increasing the am-plitude would normally increase the removal of carbon dioxide.

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